The film dies a progressive death when it takes itself too seriously.

It would be a stretch to say this one redefines romcoms or is like none other in recent times. In fact, the climax sequence has the entire cast in a loony fit, much like an average Priyadarshan film. Director Mudassar Aziz’s last, Dulha Mil Gaya (2010), wasn’t exactly path-breaking and only helped us walk into this one with zero expectations, which were exceeded by this breezy watch. So, if you’re in for a mild entertainer which won’t make or ruin your mood, bhaag to a multiplex near you.

Despite being a film pegged on fighting over all odds, this one works not just as an inspirational watch, but for being an impression of the despicable state of affairs governing sports today. Sprint to a multiplex near you.

Writer-director Ali Abbas Zafar, whose filmography includes lacklustre films like Mere Brother Ki Dulhan and Gunday, breaks a jinx with this delightful flick. He builds the muscled monolith’s narrative effectively to garner empathy for his turbulent journey.

Indian slasher films (the few that have managed to be produced) have been typical fare: solely focusing on the act and the investigation that leads to the capture of the offender. But Raman Raghav 2.0 offers access to the dark mental alleys of its troubled hero, so much so that his parallel world and sick mind achieve a twisted logic. This one’s certainly not a date film. But hey, a jolty squeeze on the upper arm can do much for your love life.

It would be a spoiler to define the genre of the film as it would give away much of the plot. And the thrills you take away from the film are directly proportional to how wild your imagination is. But following this watch, and if you’re the kind to sleep with one eye open, ensure you grip your pillow tight, especially when you exit light.

Director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari deserves credit for transforming a very average story with a predictable moral into a film that leaves you feeling snug and content.

This film goes against the construct of a Yash Raj film. It has Shah Rukh Khan, but not a single song. It has a shaadi, but it’s only peripheral to the story. It has a psychotic stalker but he doesn’t believe in self-harm. It feels like a tribute to King Khan but SRK hasn’t been more unlike himself in any other film. So, should you invest in such a risky watch? If you’re an SRK fan, you don’t care for approval. But even if you aren’t, this one’s a thrilling watch.

While the original story has little mystery and would even seem like a lame fantasy today, this adaptation, thanks to its visual bravado, makes it a contemporary classic.

How one experiences this film mirrors one’s opinions and preconceived notions of alternative sexualities. It’s a film of many firsts. And given how most Hindi movies caricature homosexuals, this one is a reality check.